School Record 80 Goals.....

Bangor's Kylee Will (4) shown here in an earlier game scored her 80th career goal yesterday versus East Stroudsburg North setting a school record and breaking the old record of 79 set by Chelsea Reimer in 2005.

Slater Field Hockey Improves to 11-1

Bangor's Alyson Kiss scored all three goals during the Slaters' 3-1 win over Saucon Valley Wednesday at Bangor. The Slaters are now 11-1 overall this year. PHOTO GALLERYSbtt Photo Larry Cory

Weekend Blood Drives According to a new schedule released by Miller-Keystone Blood Center Wednesday, a blood drive will be held Sunday, October 1 from 7:00am to 2:00pm at the Blue Ridge Flea Market, Route 115, Saylorsburg.There is also a blood drive scheduled at the Plainfield Farmer's Fair on Saturday, September 30, however, no time schedule has been confirmed by event organizers.

Faith Christian School​See You at the Pole

Faith Christian School participated in See You at the Pole™ Wednesday, September 27. The global day of student prayer began in 1990 as a grass roots movement with ten students gathering around their local school's flagpole, praying for the students and teachers. Twenty years later, millions pray on their campuses on the fourth Wednesday in September. See You at the Pole™ is simply a prayer rally where students meet at the school flagpole before school to lift up their friends, families, teachers, school, and nation to God. See You at the Pole™ is a student-initiated, student-organized, and student-led event. Fortunately, at Faith Christian School, students lead their peers in prayer, worship, and Bible study every day. Every subject at Faith is taught from a Biblical perspective. Faith’s mission is to provide a unique Christ-centered education that instills characteristics based on Biblical principles and develops academic excellence for the purpose of preparing young adults to serve and impact the world for Jesus Christ.

Daily exercise could prevent early deaths

Reuters People who exercisefive days a week for 30 minutes significantly reduce their risk of dying early and of developing heart disease, even if a sports club or gym is not an option, according to a new international study. Tracking 130,000 people in 17 countries, both rich and poor, the study found that whether it's going to the gym, walking to work, or tackling household chores like laundry or gardening, being physically active extends life and reduces illness. The researchers, led by Scott Lear, a heart specialist at St Paul's Hospital in Canada, also found a so-called dose response: The more people exercise, the greater the reductions are in their risks of getting heart disease or dying early. The study found "no ceiling effect", the researchers said, and "no risks associated with extremely high levels of physical activity," defined as more than 2,500 minutes, or more than 41 hours, per week. Cardiovascular disease is the world's leading cause of death and a major economic burden in treatment and care for those who develop it. It killed 9.48 million people globally in 2016. "Walking for as little as 30 minutes most days of the week has a substantial benefit, and higher physical activity is associated with even lower risks," Lear said in a comment about the findings, published on Friday in The Lancet medical journal. He also noted that some measures to prevent or treat heart disease, such as taking medicines or eating more fruit and vegetables, can be unaffordable for the world's poorest people. Yet walking is free and brings substantial health gains. The World Health Organization recommends that adults aged 18 to 64 do at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic physical activity throughout each week, as well as muscle strengthening exercises at least two days a week. But experts estimate almost a quarter of the world's people do not reach these guideline levels. Lear's team said their study findings suggest that if the entire population were to meet the guidelines, one in 12 of the world's premature deaths would be averted and 4.6 percent of heart disease cases prevented.

​Senator Scavello to Host Get Outdoors PA Festival Stroudsburg, PA – State Senator Mario Scavello will host his second annual Get Outdoors PA Festival on Saturday, September 30 from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. at Brodhead Creek Park (North Fifth Street, Stroudsburg) in partnership with Stroud Region Open Space and Recreation Commission. This family-friendly event will be held rain or shine for all ages. The Get Outdoors PA Festival is a free event and will highlight the many outdoor experiences available throughout the region. Exhibitors will provide hands-on activities and experiences including the opportunity to meet Smokey the Bear and Woodsy the Owl. Children and parents can also practice their archery and fishing skills, take a guided nature walk, participate in a live animal presentation, learn about stream wildlife and much more. “As state senator and member of the Senate Game and Fisheries Committee, I am very excited to host this event in partnership with the Stroud Region Open Space and Recreation Commission,” Senator Scavello said. “This festival will highlight numerous local and regional organizations focused on protecting our precious natural resources and providing exciting outdoor experiences through many fun activities. I encourage all families to come out and enjoy our beautiful park and take part in the day’s festivities.” The schedule of events will include a Live Animal Presentation at 1:30 p.m., a nature walk at 2 p.m. and a Stream Study led by Monroe County Conservation District at 3:00 p.m. Representatives from the Department of Conservation & Natural Resources, PA Game Commission and Fish & Boat Commission will be present to answer any questions that attendees may have. Light refreshments will be provided. For more information about the Get Outdoors PA Festival please visit www.marioscavello.com or call 610-863-1200.

Weather Related Health Forecast

Air QualityGood

Air quality is considered satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk.

PollenLow-Medium

​Pollen counts highest on warm days. Best times to be outdoors is in the early morning when dew is still on the plants.

UV RaysModerate

Take precautions, such as covering up during midday hours, wearing a hat and sunglasses and using sunscreen. Stay in the shade near midday when the sun is strongest.

Spartan Sprint 5K Run/Walk​ Spartan Sprint 5K Run/Walk at NCC will be held Saturday, September 30, Bethlehem Campus 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. in Room 114, College Center. 5K walk/run begins at 9 a.m. Registration fee: $20/walker or runner registered by August 31, 2017. After that date, $25 walker or runner $10/all students. For more information and to register, email bsanabria@northampton.edu or go to http://northampton.edu/spartansprint.

​Comedy Night - Liz Russo Returns Hosted by Scorecard Sports Bar & Grill, Liz Russo makes her return to Scorecard Saturday September 30, this time as a headliner in a show featuring Kris Fried and a guest appearance by Rich Scott. Kristi Curtis returns to host. Tickets will be $10 for this show. Order tickets in advance at scorecardbar.com starting September 10.

Rummage Sale, Soup and Bake Sale A rummage sale, soup and bake sale will be held from 9-4 Friday, October 13, and from 9-1 Saturday, October 14 at the Flicksville UCC, 1337 Lower South Main Street, Bangor. Saturday will feature half-price items and three-dollar bags.

Caring for Wild Animals It's going to be an Owl-ing good time! Join us on October 12th from 5pm- 6:30pm as we host Pocono Wildlife Rehabilitation Center and our scouting friends! Kathy and Eric Uhler will be showing off some fun furry friends and discussing proper care for wild animals. Donations to Pocono Wildlife are always welcome. Bring the kids for some free fun and treats!! You may register with Adrienne Fors afors1@wm.com (if there is rain in the forcast) or just let us know that you want to join the fun!! The Grand Central Environmental Educaton Center is located at 891 Grand Central Road Pen Argyl PA 18072. Access to the center is from Delabole Road to Grand Central Road (Go around Road Closed sign)

Super Saturday in Bangor The Bangor Fire Department will present “Super Saturday” on October 29, 2017 from 2:00 – 5:00 PM in honor of Fire Prevention Month. The event will be held at the Slate Belt Heritage Center, 30 North 1st Street, Bangor and will feature Fire Safety Information for all ages and Halloween Treats. Bangor’s 1922 Brockway Fire Truck will be on display for photos. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 484-894-5661.

Coach Bag Bingo ​ Please join with Guardians of the Ribbon to support women of all ages battling cancer - Slate Belt PA Chapter 12:00 noon Sunday, October 1 at Charter's Banquet Facility at Plainfield Township Volunteer Fire Company in Wind Gap. The afternoon will feature 15 games of bingo and 1 Buy in game grand finale. An authentic Coach handbag will be going to the individual winner of each game. All participants will have an opportunity to purchase 50/50, Raffle tickets and extra sets of bingo packs. All tickets will most likely sell out in pre sales. Admission is $30 per person pre-sale . 35.00 st door. Space is limited to 200 guests. Tickets can be purchased in advance and are non-refundable – which includes 15 games. Additional Bingo books will be sold 1 for $15 at the door. This is a great way to spend time with friends and family while supporting Guardians of the Ribbon - Slate Belt PA Chapter . So don't delay in getting your tickets....they're going fast! Tickets are non refundable. Doors open at 12.00 pm – Bingo starts at 1 pm. Please feel free to invite your friends too!!!!Vendors and exhibitors will be on site as well. Please note: This is an adult Bingo. If you are bringing a teen with you. They must have a ticket and be seated with you. Ok, just a few fun facts. You can buy additional bingo books for 15.00. Lets not forget about the Buy in Game. Game 16. You can buy into this game for 5.00 for a chance to win a great bag and who knows what else. Raffle tickets will be 3 for 5.00 or 7 for 10.00. Lottery Apron tickets 3 for 5.00 or 7 for 10.00. 50/50 tickets 3 for 5.00 or 7 for 10.00.. . Who is ready for some fun.​

THIS DAY IN HISTORY - September 29

Reporter Judith Miller released from prison 2005

On this day in 2005, New York Times reporter Judith Miller is released from a federal detention center in Alexandria, Virginia, after agreeing to testify in the investigation into the leaking of the identity of covert CIA officer Valerie Plame. Miller had been behind bars since July 6, 2005, for refusing to reveal a confidential source and testify before a grand jury that was looking into the so-called Plame Affair. She decided to testify after the source she had been protecting, I. Lewis “Scooter” Libby, Vice President Dick Cheney’s chief of staff, signed a waiver giving her permission to speak.​ The Plame Affair dates back to a July 6, 2003 op-ed piece for the New York Times written by former U.S. diplomat Joseph Wilson, Plame’s husband. In it, Wilson questioned the Bush Administration’s reasons for going to war in Iraq. Later that month, on July 14, undercover agent Valerie Plame’s identity was revealed in a newspaper column by Robert Novak. Wilson’s claim that the disclosure was retaliation by the White House for his op-ed piece sparked an investigation in December 2003 led by special prosecutor Patrick Fitzgerald. A 1982 law made it illegal to reveal information about a covert agent to anyone not authorized to receive such classified information. Fitzgerald interviewed President George W. Bush, Vice President Cheney and other top administration officials, along with various journalists. Although Miller hadn’t written an article about Plame, she did meet with Libby shortly after Wilson’s op-ed piece was published and Fitzgerald believed Miller had information that was relevant to his investigation.

Free Dinner in East Bangor The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church welcomes you to a FREE Dinner on Sunday, October 1st, from 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave. (Rt. 512), East Bangor, PA. Questions? call 610-588-4453 or visit http://ebumc.org/.

​Weekend Blood Drive According to a new schedule released by Miller-Keystone Blood Center Wednesday, a blood drive will be held Sunday, October 1 from 7:00am to 2:00pm at the Blue Ridge Flea Market, Route 115, Saylorsburg.

East Bangor Pastie Sale The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church at 136 W. Central Ave., East Bangor, PA will hold a pastie sale. The selections include beef w/wo onions and broccoli-cheese w/wo onions. The cost is $5.50. To order, call Lois at 610-588-1745 by Sunday, October 1st. Pasties must be picked up at the church on Tuesday, October 3rd, at 3:30 p.m.

​​Green Knight youth wrestling sign ups Green Knight youth wrestling and cheerleader sign ups will be held September 27 at the Green & White Building from 6-7:30pm. They also will be October 3 and October 4 at the same place and time

Animal Advocacy Fundraiser

BASD Wellness Walking

Championship High Finish

Our Slate Belt Town Topics Print Edition is now available online and free for everyone. The copy appears perfectly on computer, tablet or smartphone. If you would like a copy e-mailed to you each time we print all you need to do is send your e-mail address to sbtopics@rcn.com We will not sell or distribute copies of your e-mail addresses to anyone. We also hide your email addresses from other people on the list using blind carbon copies.

​ ​ ​Green Knight youth wrestling sign ups Green Knight youth wrestling and cheerleader sign ups will be held September 27 at the Green & White Building from 6-7:30pm. They also will be October 3 and October 4 at the same place and time​

BASD Wellness Walking Programs

​ The Bangor Area School District Wellness Committee wants to extend an invitation to the families in our school community to participate in the following healthy activities throughout the school year. These are programs that the faculty eagerly awaits and competes in each year. Happy Hoofers: September 18, 2018-November 13, 2018 : 8 week walking program, team with the most points wins (20 minutes =3 points; 30 minutes=4 points etc.) There is an electronic log attached that auto tallies. Project Zero: November 20-January 2, 2018: The goal of this program is to maintain your weight throughout the holiday season from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day. Eat in moderation and exercise to break even! Weigh In and Weigh Out form also attached. 10,000 Steps: April 2, 2018- May 2, 2018: This is not a team walk rather it is an individual walking program where you find the average of your daily steps and set a personal goal to increase the steps each day. Strive to achieve 10,000 steps a day! To find the average; record your steps for any 3 days and divide the total by 3 and that will give you an average of steps walked per day) Here you can find a way to compete among family members, friend groups, or with neighbors. Be creative in the rewards or prizes! Look for more information on the Bangor Area School District web page under the wellness link or email us at wellness@bangorsd.org.​

Dancing with the Ghosts

The Slate Belt Heritage Center will present its 6th Annual Haunted Heritage Show entitled: “Dancing with the Ghosts” on Thursday, October 12, 2017 @ 7:00 PM at the Center 30 North 1st Street, Bangor, PA.

Featured this year will be:

Conrad Weiser - a farmer who was a negotiator and interpreter for the Peace Treaty with the local Lenape Native Americans.

Johnnie Gruver- local dance and theater instructor who was known for her many stage productions.

Joseph Heater-quarry worker (a Slater) who was killed in a quarry accident at the Stevens/Jackson quarry, whose body in still entombed on the site.

David “Douse” Williams, local World War II veteran who was a POW in Germany and acquired his nickname as a result of his downtown Bangor antics.

Mary Gertrude Smith Bodie- who was the first African American to graduate from Bangor in 1901 and went on to attend East Stroudsburg Normal School (ESU) and Dr. Stewart Wolf- famous for his “heart study” on the Italian-Americans who lived in Roseto, PA.

The cost is $10.00 (advanced ticket purchase is highly recommended as there will be a limit to number of tickets sold). Tickets are available at Heard’s Meat Market, 501 South Main Street, Bangor, Pa or at the Slate Belt Heritage Center Sat.- Sun 12 -3. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 484-894-5661.

Octoberfest Vendors & Volunteers Needed Octoberfest at Bangor Park this year will be on Saturday, October 21st and Sunday October 22nd. The park board is currently accepting applications for food and craft vendors only. Volunteers are needed to help in all aspects of the event from collecting tickets at booths, running booths,and helping to set up and clean up the pumpkin displays. For more information the preferred method of contact is by email to Debbie at bangorparkboard@gmail.com or you can call or text her at 610-751-7692.

Bangor Public Library Fundraiser The Bangor Public Library is selling shopping passes for the Boscov's "Friends Helping Friends" one-day sale event. The sale will be held on Tuesday, October 17, 2017 9:00am-7:00pm Stop by the library to purchase your shopping pass. Bangor Public Library is located at 39 S Main St, Bangor, PA.

Heritage Center Calendar of Events

Thursday, November, 9, 7 PM- “In Honor of Old Glory”-Flag Ceremony- Join Perry Morris and the Boy Scouts for a history of our nation’s flag and the respectful way to use and retire it.

Sunday, December 10, 2 PM- “The Great Slate Belt Trivia Contest”-Master of Ceremonies, Marc Blau will host a trivia game for teams of four or make your own team or just show up and join in another team. Prizes for the winners.

Civil Air Patrol Meets Every Monday The Civil Air Patrol 807th Braden Squadron meets every Monday Night from 6:30 to 8:30 at the Bangor VFW or Braden Airpark, Easton Call for meeting location on given night: 610-588-1459 http://cap807.com/​

Hope UCC Trip to Sight & Sound ​Hope UCC of Wind Gap is sponsoring a trip to Sight & Sound Theatres to see JONAH on Sat, Oct 14, 2017. For further info or to reserve your package(s) please call or email Jen at 908-727-0090 or hopeucc@hotmail.com. $125/adults or $ 80/child includes bus, lunch, and show ticket. Money due no later than 08/03/17(No refunds).

​ Letters To The Homefront Book Sold Out The Slate Belt Heritage Center has announced that it has sold out all 500 copies of it’s very popular book: Letters To Homefront:” A Love Story Between a Community and its World War II Soldiers”. The Center is considering a second printing and would like to know how many more books to order. If you would like to order a copy, please contact the Center at: sbhc@frontier.com, or call the Center @: 610-599-4993. Please leave your name, contact information and number of books you would like. You may also call: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615 to re-order. Please DO NOT send money at this time. You will receive a return call when the books are in. Thank you for your continued support of the project.​

​DiscoverE Adventure Backpacks Available When: Monday thru Saturday, 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM Where: Jacobsburg Visitor Center, 400 Belfast Road, Nazareth Borrow a backpack full of kid-friendly tools to explore Jacobsburg! These backpacks are best for families with young children. Each backpack includes binoculars, notepad, colored pencils, magnifying lens, bug box, dip net, and five field guides for exploring the pond, insects, birds, trees, butterflies and moths. For more information call 610-746-2801 or email jacobsburgsp@pa.gov.

Fishing Rods and Tackle Available When: Monday thru Saturday, 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM Where: Jacobsburg Visitor Center, 400 Belfast Road, Nazareth Borrow fishing poles and tackle to use in Jacobsburg’s creeks! To borrow equipment you must provide a driver’s license or other form of state issued identification. Persons age 16 and older must possess a current fishing license to fish. Adults can help children under 16 fish without a license. Bait is not provided. For more information call 610-746-2801 or email jacobsburgsp@pa.gov.​

Going out of Town?

Going out of town? Let SBRPD know that your house will be vacant and we'll do frequent drive-bys to ensure that you home is watched. Follow the link below, hover over the "Contact Us" tab and fill out a vacation /Residence Check Request. Officers will swing by your house and check it out for you. Safe travels... http://slatebeltpd.com/

Musical Instrument Collection Drive

﻿ The BAHS Alumni Association is running a drive to collect used musical instruments to be donated to Bangor’s elementary band program. The instruments will be used as loaners for students who cannot afford to buy or rent them. They will take them regardless of their condition. If you have a musical instrument that is gathering dust, and you want to make a difference in a child’s life, call 610-588-5198. We will pick them up or tell you where you can drop them off. Let’s keep the music coming! Your donations may be tax deductible. Visit slateralums.com for more information.

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September 29

Bangor Womens Club Bake Sale The Bangor Womens Club will be holding a bake sale on Fri Sep 29 & Sat Sep 30 outside Capital Ace Hardware at the Capitol Plaza. Bake Sale begins at 10 am each day. Yummy homemade goods for sale.Please support the club in our fund raising efforts to be used on community and educational activities.​

September 30

Families First 5K/Walk Families First is celebrating its 15th Anniversary serving residents in the Pen Argyl Area School District. Join their 15th Annual 5-K Race & 1 Mile Fun Walk on Saturday, September 30, 2017, rain or shine. Registration for the race/walk will begin at the Wind Gap Borough Park at 7:45 a.m. with the race starting at 9:00 a.m. Pre-registration is open until 2 pm on Friday, September 29th at a fee of $20.00 per person or $40.00 for a family with three or more registrants. On Race day Saturday, September 30th Registration fee will be $25.00 per person and $50.00 for a family with three or more registrants.There is a special discount registration for students only $15.00.The Largest Youth Group/Team/Organization pre-registered for the 5-K Race or Walk will receive a Pizza Party. Awards will be presented to the overall top Male and Female, top Masters Male and Female, and top 3 finishers in each of the eight age categories. Entry includes a quality T-shirt for the first 100 registered, bagels, water, door prizes, and the opportunity to support a worthwhile cause. The one-mile fun walk is non-competitive.To register, contact Race Chairperson Phil Giaquinto at 610-746-4436 or via email togiaquinto.phil@penargylsd.org. Sponsorship opportunities are still available at all levels from $100.00 to $1,000.00. Partial Sponsors List as of this date: Premier Sponsors: Thrivent Financial; Corporate Sponsors: Wind Gap Chevrolet-Buick; Logo Sponsors: Methodist Services, Lucy Flinn-State Farm ; Name Sponsors: Grand Central Landfill, Huth Insurance, Merchants Bank, Reimer Brothers, Sabatino Insurance Agency, The Scorecard Sports Bar & Grill, State Representative Marcia M. Hahn All levels of sponsorship includes: publicity, listing of corporate logo or Name on the event T-Shirts, and the opportunity to present informational material at the Race. For sponsorship information, contact the Families First Director, Frank Jones at 610-863-3688 or via email to jones.frank@penargylsd.org.

​Senator Scavello to Host Get Outdoors PA Festival Stroudsburg, PA – State Senator Mario Scavello will host his second annual Get Outdoors PA Festival on Saturday, September 30 from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. at Brodhead Creek Park (North Fifth Street, Stroudsburg) in partnership with Stroud Region Open Space and Recreation Commission. This family-friendly event will be held rain or shine for all ages. The Get Outdoors PA Festival is a free event and will highlight the many outdoor experiences available throughout the region. Exhibitors will provide hands-on activities and experiences including the opportunity to meet Smokey the Bear and Woodsy the Owl. Children and parents can also practice their archery and fishing skills, take a guided nature walk, participate in a live animal presentation, learn about stream wildlife and much more. “As state senator and member of the Senate Game and Fisheries Committee, I am very excited to host this event in partnership with the Stroud Region Open Space and Recreation Commission,” Senator Scavello said. “This festival will highlight numerous local and regional organizations focused on protecting our precious natural resources and providing exciting outdoor experiences through many fun activities. I encourage all families to come out and enjoy our beautiful park and take part in the day’s festivities.” The schedule of events will include a Live Animal Presentation at 1:30 p.m., a nature walk at 2 p.m. and a Stream Study led by Monroe County Conservation District at 3:00 p.m. Representatives from the Department of Conservation & Natural Resources, PA Game Commission and Fish & Boat Commission will be present to answer any questions that attendees may have. Light refreshments will be provided. For more information about the Get Outdoors PA Festival please visit www.marioscavello.com or call 610-863-1200.

​​Spartan Sprint 5K Run/Walk​ Spartan Sprint 5K Run/Walk at NCC will be held Saturday, September 30, Bethlehem Campus 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. in Room 114, College Center. 5K walk/run begins at 9 a.m. Registration fee: $20/walker or runner registered by August 31, 2017. After that date, $25 walker or runner $10/all students. For more information and to register, email bsanabria@northampton.edu or go to http://northampton.edu/spartansprint.

​Comedy Night - Liz Russo Returns Hosted by Scorecard Sports Bar & Grill, Liz Russo makes her return to Scorecard Saturday September 30, this time as a headliner in a show featuring Kris Fried and a guest appearance by Rich Scott. Kristi Curtis returns to host. Tickets will be $10 for this show. Order tickets in advance at scorecardbar.com starting September 10.​

Coach Bag Bingo​ Please join with Guardians of the Ribbon to support women of all ages battling cancer - Slate Belt PA Chapter 12:00 noon Sunday, October 1 at Charter's Banquet Facility at Plainfield Township Volunteer Fire Company in Wind Gap. The afternoon will feature 15 games of bingo and 1 Buy in game grand finale. An authentic Coach handbag will be going to the individual winner of each game. All participants will have an opportunity to purchase 50/50, Raffle tickets and extra sets of bingo packs. All tickets will most likely sell out in pre sales. Admission is $30 per person pre-sale . 35.00 st door. Space is limited to 200 guests. Tickets can be purchased in advance and are non-refundable – which includes 15 games. Additional Bingo books will be sold 1 for $15 at the door. This is a great way to spend time with friends and family while supporting Guardians of the Ribbon - Slate Belt PA Chapter . So don't delay in getting your tickets....they're going fast! Tickets are non refundable. Doors open at 12.00 pm – Bingo starts at 1 pm. Please feel free to invite your friends too!!!!Vendors and exhibitors will be on site as well. Please note: This is an adult Bingo. If you are bringing a teen with you. They must have a ticket and be seated with you. Ok, just a few fun facts. You can buy additional bingo books for 15.00. Lets not forget about the Buy in Game. Game 16. You can buy into this game for 5.00 for a chance to win a great bag and who knows what else. Raffle tickets will be 3 for 5.00 or 7 for 10.00. Lottery Apron tickets 3 for 5.00 or 7 for 10.00. 50/50 tickets 3 for 5.00 or 7 for 10.00.. . Who is ready for some fun.

​East Bangor Pastie Sale The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church at 136 W. Central Ave., East Bangor, PA will hold a pastie sale. The selections include beef w/wo onions and broccoli-cheese w/wo onions. The cost is $5.50. To order, call Lois at 610-588-1745 by Sunday, October 1st. Pasties must be picked up at the church on Tuesday, October 3rd, at 3:30 p.m.

Free Dinner in East Bangor The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church welcomes you to a FREE Dinner on Sunday, October 1st, from 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave. (Rt. 512), East Bangor, PA. Questions? call 610-588-4453 or visit http://ebumc.org/.

​Weekend Blood Drive According to a new schedule released by Miller-Keystone Blood Center Wednesday, a blood drive will be held Sunday, October 1 from 7:00am to 2:00pm at the Blue Ridge Flea Market, Route 115, Saylorsburg

October 2

Monday Morning Birds & Beans October 2 & 16, 8:00-10:00 AM Join educator Rick Wiltraut for “bird friendly” coffee and a bird walk at Jacobsburg, focusing on identification of confusing fall warblers. Participants should dress for the weather, wear sturdy shoes and bring binoculars. A limited number of binoculars and field guides will be available. Registration not required. ​

October 3

DiscoverE: Tales for Tots October 3, 10 & 17, 10:00-11:00 AM or 1:00-2:00 PM Our popular Tales for Tots program returns with all new explorations! Join us for story time followed by nature activities for preschoolers ages 3-5. Each week we will explore a different topic by reading a book followed by a craft and short scavenger hunt. Adults must accompany their child. Children that attend six sessions will earn a DiscoverE Hide n’ Seekers certificate. Please note that the morning and afternoon sessions will be identical. Registration is required.

​Blue Mt. Library Fundraiser​ On Tuesday, October 3, The Slate Pub in Pen Argyl will sponsor a Fundraiser for the Blue Mountain Community Library. The Pub will donate a percentage of all food sales that day from noon until closing, both eat-in and take-out, to the library. Anyone patronizing the Pub that day will enjoy good food and will help the library at the same time. The Slate Pub is located at 509 East Main Street, Pen Argyl, PA. Check out their menu at www.slatepub.com. Call 610-863-3029 or visit www.bmcl.org for information. Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/bmclpenargyl.

October 7

14th Annual Lukie's Fall Festival The 14th Annual Lukie's Fall Festival will be held Saturday, October 7 from 11 AM - 5 PM at Weona Park, Pen Argyl. Lukie's Fall Festival was founded in memory of Luke Anthony Joseph Maida who passed away from Spinal Muscular Atrophy at 6 months old. As a memorial to our beloved "Lukie" and to continue his fight, we decided to host "Lukie's Fall Festival." A fun and entertaining day, where families can come and have a great time together, treasuring those sweet everyday moments, while helping to raise money for Cure SMA.

​Quiet Valley’s 43rd Annual Harvest Festival Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm celebrates their 43rd Annual Harvest Festival on October 7th and 8th, 2017 from 10am to 5pm both days. This year’s theme is “The Forgotten Arts & Crafts”. We will explore crafts that are not always demonstrated at this event such as chair making, hay fork making and tin smithing. Some heritage crafts will be shown that are new offerings to Harvest Festival, like clock making. Many old favorites will also be part of the focus such as tatting, bobbin lace making and basketry. A special area will once again be set aside for children to explore some old style crafts. This theme will let us feature a number of amazing crafts from the early years of our country that artisans are currently preserving for today’s audience. For more information: 570-992-6161 or marketing@quietvalley.org or www.quietvalley.org

​Outdoor Craft & Flea Market An outdoor craft and flea market will be held on Saturday, October 7th from 8 am to 2 pm at St. John Lutheran Church, 12 N. Westbrook Ave., Pen Argyl. To reserve your space, call 610-863-7261. A space is a double parking lot space and costs $10.00. Vendors are wanted and spaces are limited.

​Green Building Tour for Scouts Saturday, October 7, 10:00 – 11:00 AM Join other scouts to learn about what it means to be a "green" building! Scouts will participate in a scavenger hunt highlighting many of the features that make the Environmental Center special. This program is for scouts ages 8 and up. Scouts are required to register themselves for the program. Troop registrations will not be accepted. You can also view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/. If you need an accommodation to participate in a program please contact the park office at 610-746-2801 or jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.

​Annual Apple FestivalFaith United Presbyterian Church in Pen Argyl will hold its Annual Apple Festival on October 7.

Postal is Back October 7 POSTAL is Back Saturday Oct. 7th at Jaids/Scorecard in Wind Gap,PA. Doors at 9. Show at 10. $5 cover at door(Show is downstairs in Jaids) Come party with the Bad Boys in Black after almost a decade away! Last time was off the hook! Featuring: CAPONE-SINGER-BETZ-PARSONS.

​Trivia Night at the Pub Trivia Night is held the first and third Saturday of the month at the Broadway Pub in downtown Bangor. Trivia starts at 9pm and ends at 11pm. $50 First Place Prize!! $20 Second Place.

NCC Offers STEAM’in Saturdays for Youth Discover what STEAM stands for – Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math – at a series of Saturday workshops offered by Northampton Community College’s Horizons for Youth program. Each three-hour class will give boys and girls in grades 4-6 a chance to explore a different fun concept combining science, creativity, problem solving, critical thinking, and innovation. Classes include:

Catapult Creations – Oct. 7

Airplane Science – Nov. 4

More Math in Art – Dec. 2

Each class runs from 9:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. in Penn Hall on NCC’s Bethlehem Campus. Fee is $34 for each class, and you may register for one or all classes in the series. To register, visit Northampton.edu/lifelearn. For more information, call 610-861-4120.

​Ackermanville UMC Spaghetti Dinner Ackermanville UMC will be hosting their annual spaghetti dinner on Saturday October 7th from 4 pm - 7 pm. Enjoy spaghetti with meatballs, fresh tossed salad, fresh bread and their famous endless homemade desserts! Adults $9, Children $5, children 4 and under are FREE.

October 8

American Legion Riders Post 927 MeetingThe American Legion Riders have their monthly meeting on Sunday, October 8 at 10:30 AM at the American Legion Post 927, Route 209 and Fairgrounds Road, Gilbert. The American Legion Riders are well known for their charitable work, which has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for local children's hospitals, schools, veterans homes, severely wounded service members and scholarships, and enjoy riding.For more information, contact President Everett Shaver, 570-977-8208 or everett.shaver@yahoo.com. Visit www.ampost927.org and Join us on Facebook.

East Bangor UMC 152nd Anniversary The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church will celebrate their 152nd Congregational Anniversary at the 9:15 a.m. worship service on Sunday, October 8th. A covered dish luncheon will be held in the fellowship hall following the service. Pastor David Goss welomes everyone to this celebration. The church is located at 136 W. Central Ave. (Rt. 512), East Bangor, PA. For more information visit ebumc.org.​

October 9

Create Zombie Masks At NCC A new 3-hour class on making Zombie Masks is happening just in time for Halloween at Northampton Community College on October 9 at 6:30pm on Fowler Family Southside Center in Bethlehem. Learn the basics of special effect masks and makeup prosthetics to create a one-of-a-kind Halloween Zombie. Michael Bianco, resin casting instructor in the Fab Lab, will teach you how easy it is to achieve the Hollywood style effects just in time for your extraordinary Halloween costume! Wounds, decay, lacerations, bullet holes, and even bite marks are all part of the class. The Fab Lab is located on the 3rd floor of the Fowler Family Southside Center. The Lab offers resources ranging from metalworking, woodshop, 3D printing, laser cutting, audio engineering, guitar-making, robotics and more. NCC’s Fab Lab instructors are technical experts, business savvy individuals and adjunct faculty who lead courses and events to expand the creative process in projects and ventures that students and community members want to pursue. Since this is a new course, seats are filling up quickly. To enroll, please visit the Fab Lab Catalog in the Adult Enrichment section at www.northampton.edu/lifelearn or for more information, call 610-332-8665.​

October 11

Garden Club Meeting About Lyme Disease The Monroe County Garden Club will meet on Wednesday, October 11 at 11:30 am at the Eastern Monroe County Library, 1002 North 9th St/Rt 611, Stroudsburg. The Program will be "Lyme Disease in Pennsylvania" presented by Nicolei Chinnici, M.S. Forensic Scientist at East Stroudsburg, PA The Design Entry is "Imagine Autumn" Collage decorated with materials such as dried materials, seeds, fresh flowers, leaves, etc. Designer's choice of size and materials. Meeting will begin at 11:30, followed by lunch, followed by program. Everyone interested in gardening is welcome to attend. $5 for non-members (applied to your membership). Luncheon included.For more information, call President Robin Teets (570) 350-8069 or rteets@ptd.net. Visit our website, http://www.monroecountygardenclub.Com. Join us on Facebook.

October 12

Dancing with the Ghosts

The Slate Belt Heritage Center will present its 6th Annual Haunted Heritage Show entitled: “Dancing with the Ghosts” on Thursday, October 12, 2017 @ 7:00 PM at the Center 30 North 1st Street, Bangor, PA.

Featured this year will be:

Conrad Weiser - a farmer who was a negotiator and interpreter for the Peace Treaty with the local Lenape Native Americans.

Johnnie Gruver- local dance and theater instructor who was known for her many stage productions.

Joseph Heater-quarry worker (a Slater) who was killed in a quarry accident at the Stevens/Jackson quarry, whose body in still entombed on the site.

David “Douse” Williams, local World War II veteran who was a POW in Germany and acquired his nickname as a result of his downtown Bangor antics.

Mary Gertrude Smith Bodie- who was the first African American to graduate from Bangor in 1901 and went on to attend East Stroudsburg Normal School (ESU) and Dr. Stewart Wolf- famous for his “heart study” on the Italian-Americans who lived in Roseto, PA.

The cost is $10.00 (advanced ticket purchase is highly recommended as there will be a limit to number of tickets sold). Tickets are available at Heard’s Meat Market, 501 South Main Street, Bangor, Pa or at the Slate Belt Heritage Center Sat.- Sun 12 -3. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 484-894-5661.

​Caring for Wild Animals It's going to be an Owl-ing good time! Join us on October 12th from 5pm- 6:30pm as we host Pocono Wildlife Rehabilitation Center and our scouting friends! Kathy and Eric Uhler will be showing off some fun furry friends and discussing proper care for wild animals. Donations to Pocono Wildlife are always welcome. Bring the kids for some free fun and treats!! You may register with Adrienne Fors afors1@wm.com (if there is rain in the forcast) or just let us know that you want to join the fun!! The Grand Central Environmental Education Center is located at 891 Grand Central Road Pen Argyl PA 18072. Access to the center is from Delabole Road to Grand Central Road (Go around Road Closed sign)

Rummage Sale, Soup and Bake Sale A rummage sale, soup and bake sale will be held from 9-4 Friday, October 13, and from 9-1 Saturday, October 14 at the Flicksville UCC, 1337 Lower South Main Street, Bangor. Saturday will feature half-price items and three-dollar bags.

October 14

Lehigh Valley Collection Events Northampton will be hosting the second HHW Collection at Northampton Community College on Saturday, October 14th, 3835 Green Pond Rd., Bethlehem, 18020, event time is 8:30am-2pm.

Rummage and Vendor Sale​ A Rummage and Vendor SALE Hosted by The Chandler Estate IV will be held Saturday, October 14 at 9 AM - 2 PM at 1569 Teels Road, Pen Argyl. Currently seeking vendors that would like to participate in this event! Come find amazing deals and cool new products from local vendors in your community.

Cavatelli Dinner in Roseto Come out for some home made Cavatelli and meatballs Saturday, October 14 at 5 PM - 8 PM at the Roseto Legion 143 Garibaldi Ave, Roseto. And as a true Italian would say home made gravy. Tickets are $10.00 for adults $5.00 children 12 and under. We will also have spaghetti available to. For tickets call 484-523-1998 or stop in at the bar and ask the bar tender. Tickets available at the door but may be limited.

​Hawk Watching on the Kittatinny Ridge Saturday, October 14, 9:00-3:00 PM Join us as we witness the fall hawk migration along the Kittatinny Ridge! This is the best time of the fall to watch for Red-tailed Hawks, Red-shouldered Hawks, Northern Goshawks, and Golden Eagles. Participants should dress for the weather, wear comfortable shoes, bring lunch and binoculars. Registration is required.

Introduction to Fly Fishing Saturday, October 14, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Have you ever wondered what it would be like to fly fish or what fly fishing is? Now is your opportunity to try fly fishing at no cost to you: no fishing license or equipment needed! This course is designed for families interested in learning the basics of fly fishing equipment and casting techniques. On water skills and fishing will be provided at a nearby pond on Bushkill Township “Preserved Open Space” located on Kromer Rd. approximately 3 miles from the visitor center. Participants must provide their own transportation to the fishing site. This course is the perfect place to learn fly fishing basics and meet other people interested in fishing! Invite your friends, family or anybody else who may be interested in joining you for a day of fun on the water with a fly. This program is a partnership between PA Fish and Boat Commission, Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center and the Forks of the Delaware Chapter of Trout Unlimited. Registration is required: Register by 4 p.m. October 12, 2017. Registration can be completed online at www.fishandboat.com under Upcoming Events. The link to register can also be found at http://forksofthedelaware.tu.org/events/family-fly-fishing-program Registration is on a first come first serve basis and space is limited. Participants should dress for outdoor weather. Bring your own lunch and snacks. The program will be held rain or shine. If you have questions about the program or how to register, please contact Brian Wagner at 484-894-8289. You can also view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/. If you need an accommodation to participate in a program please contact the park office at 610-746-2801 or jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.

​Rummage Sale, Soup and Bake Sale A rummage sale, soup and bake sale will be held from 9-4 Friday, October 13, and from 9-1 Saturday, October 14 at the Flicksville UCC, 1337 Lower South Main Street, Bangor. Saturday will feature half-price items and three-dollar bags.

October 15

National Friends of the Library WeekOctober 15th -21st, 2017 October 15th thru the 21st will be “National Friends of the LibraryWeek”. Locally, the Friends of the Bangor Public Library, are a vibrant and industrious group of volunteers. As a means of garnering funds for the library the Friends conduct the following events each year: two “Used Books Sales” one at the Bee Hive the first week in May and at the Blue Valley Farm Show, two “Brunch with the Authors” featuring local literary artists, The Annual Downtown “Duck Race”, “Breakfast with Santa” the first Saturday in December, a Fall “Bake Sale”, and “WineTasting” event in November. The Friends also produce a Newsletter four times a year. 100% of the proceeds they raise are given to the Bangor library for operating expenses. This year, the Friends, are also initiating a major project to upgrade the children’s reading section. The Friends meet the 4th Thursday @ 7:00 PM and invite anyone who is interested in joining to attend. Associate members are also accepted to help with the fund raising projects. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 484-894-5661. A representative from the Pennsylvania American Legion will be in my district office this Wednesday, Sept. 13, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is a great opportunity to have individual questions answered or check out programs that may be available to you. If you would like to schedule an appointment, please call the office at (610) 746-2100. My district office is located at 196 West Moorestown Road, Bushkill Township.

October 17

Bangor Public Library Fundraiser The Bangor Public Library is selling shopping passes for the Boscov's "Friends Helping Friends" one-day sale event. The sale will be held on Tuesday, October 17, 2017 9:00am-7:00pm Stop by the library to purchase your shopping pass. Bangor Public Library is located at 39 S Main St, Bangor, PA.

Tuesday Trails Tuesday, October 17, 5:30-7:00 PM Join educator Lauren Forster after work for a brisk hike at Jacobsburg. Hikers should always bring water and sturdy boots or shoes. Routes and meeting locations will vary each week. Call or email to receive information on where we’re hiking each Tuesday. Meet at flagpole at Visitor Center located at 400 Belfast Rd., Nazareth. Registration not required. ​

October 20

Family Night: The Wonderful World of Owls Friday, October 20, 6:30-8:00 PM Learn about the different types of owls and their calls on a two-mile hike after sunset at Jacobsburg. We may even get to hear and see some owls! This program is best for ages five and up. Please come dressed for the weather with sturdy shoes and a flashlight. Registration is required. We will be meeting at a different location than usual; meeting location details will be in the registration confirmation email. You can also view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/. If you need an accommodation to participate in a program please contact the park office at 610-746-2801 or jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.

October 21

All-You-Can-Eat Ham Dinner Belfast Wesley UMC 607 School Rd. Nazareth will be having an all-you-can-eat Ham Dinner on Saturday October 21 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm Adults $10.00 children (3-10) $5.00 Under age 3 free. For more information please call Tom 610-751-4400.

​Fall Harvest and Sawmill Show Fall Harvest and Sawmill Show will be held October 21 and 22. Open 7 to 4 both days, breakfast served 7-10. Church service on the 22nd at 9am. This year's feature tractor is the McCormick Deering. Ice Cream, Cider, Funnel Cakes, Apple Butter, Great Food! Bring the kids to ride on the train! Kids pedal Pull will be on Sunday at 11am. Antique Tractor pull on Saturday at 9AM and Garden Tractor Pull will be on Sunday 10AM, weather permitting. Make sure you stop by the Steam Shed to see the Fairbanks-Morse Diesel Engine! Great music both days.

Trivia Night at the Pub Trivia Night is held the first and third Saturday of the month at the Broadway Pub in downtown Bangor. Trivia starts at 9pm and ends at 11pm. $50 First Place Prize!! $20 Second Place.

​Sauce and Meatball SaleSt.Joseph's Episcopal Church, Verona Drive, West Bangor is having a sauce and meatball sale on October 21st. The price is $7.00 a quart. If you would like to place an order, call 610-863-9521 orders must be in by October 15th.​

October 24

Slate Belt Rotary Celebrates World Polio Day Wind Gap, PA– Slate Belt Rotary (Northampton County) will be celebrating World Polio Day Tuesday October 24th from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the Bangor Heritage Center. Rotary International had a mission to eliminate Polio throughout the world. Along with the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation support this mission is almost accomplished. With less than 300 cases worldwide Polio, as a disease, is close to eradication. You are invited to come hear Dr. Clem McGinley discuss polio and its treatment prior to this worldwide effort. For more information and to learn more about this effort visit www.endpolio.org or www.rotary.org Slate Belt Rotary is always looking for new members to join and help us give back to the Slate Belt Communities. Our meetings are every Thursday from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM at The Scorecard Restaurant in Wind Gap, PA. Come and visit to learn about Rotary. For more information contact Bill Skinner at skinww@gmail.com or 570-350-7609.

October 26

State NAACP Meeting in Allentown​ The Allentown Branch of the NAACP is honored to be selected as the host for the 83rd NAACP PA State Convention scheduled for October 26 – 28 at the Renaissance Hotel in Allentown PA. This will be the first time that the convention will be held in the City of Allentown. The NAACP Annual Convention is attended by NAACP members and community stakeholders from across the state of Pennsylvania. For more information on how your organization or can sponsor, purchase tickets or advertise in the convention program book, please contact Craig Cobbs, Program Book Chair via email at: cobbscraig@gmail.com

October 27, 28

St. John's Rummage and Bake Sale A rummage and bake sale will be held at St. John's Lutheran Church, 12 N. Westbrook Avenue, Pen Argyl Friday October 27 from 8am - 4pm and Saturday October 28 from 6-2. FMI: Gail at 610-588-7545.

Market Faire & Rendezvous Saturday, October 28, 10:00 AM-4:00 PM Sunday, October 29, 10:00 AM-3:00 PM Jacobsburg Historical Society’s annual Market Faire & Rendezvous is a living history encampment representing many periods of American history, including the Pre-Colonial, Colonial, and Fur Trade Eras. Demonstrations and events include primitive archery, blacksmithing, black powder demos, children’s games, a scavenger hunt, a Market Faire of 18th & 19th century traders, and individual blanket traders. The Early American Craft Education Center, the John Joseph Henry House Museum, the Nicholas Hawk Log Cabin Workshop, and the Pennsylvania Longrifle Museum will all be open to the public during this event. Admission $5.00 with free on-site parking. Children 12 and under, JHS members, active duty military and scouts are free. Registration is not required. For more information, please contact the Jacobsburg Historical Society at 610-759-9029 or Jacobsburg@rcn.com.

​Portland Trick or Treat Portland Trick or Treat will be held Saturday, October 28, 2017 from 4 to 6 PM. Followed by a Costume Contest and free refreshments at: Refiners Fire Ministry, 100 Division Street Portland.​.

October 29

Wine and Woof Fundraiser The Slate Belt Animal Advocacy Group/Bangor Pup Park invite you to join the in the pavillion at the beautiful Sorrenti's Cherry Valley Vineyard in Saylorsburg October 29 from 1 - 5pm for a fun-filled Fall afternoon of wine and a great raffle. This event includes a souvenir wine glass; tasting of six wines; a grape, cheese and cracker platter and hor d'oevres. Tickets are $21.20 including tax and will be available soon via the Sorrenti's website. Proceeds benefit Slate Belt Animal Advocacy Group/Bangor Pup Park Posse.

​Super Saturday in Bangor The Bangor Fire Department will present “Super Saturday” on October 29, 2017 from 2:00 – 5:00 PM in honor of Fire Prevention Month. The event will be held at the Slate Belt Heritage Center, 30 North 1st Street, Bangor and will feature Fire Safety Information for all ages and Halloween Treats. Bangor’s 1922 Brockway Fire Truck will be on display for photos. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 484-894-5661.

November 4

NCC to Hold Youth Chess Tournament at NCC Northampton Community College (NCC) will hold its annual Youth Chess Championship, for children ages 18 and under, on Saturday, November 4, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at College Center, second floor. The College is located at 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township. Participants will play five rounds in unrated and rated sections. Trophies and prizes will be awarded as well as random prize drawings. Registration is $39 at the door. Advance registration, before November 2, is $34. For more information, go to http.www.northampton.edu/youth or call 610-861-4120.

Upper Mount Bethel Fall Festival9/27 & 28 Upper Mount Bethel Township will be hosting its First Fall Festival November 4th, 2017 with a fun-filled kids’ day and fundraiser for the recent Hurricane Victims and Bloom Bangor! All are welcome to attend! On Saturday, November 4th, 2017 Upper Mount Bethel Township will be hosting its first Fall Festival from 1-5 pm at the Chelsea Sun Inn, 487 Stone Church Drive in Mount Bethel. There will be pumpkin picking and painting, a petting zoo, face painting, hay rides, music, a 50/50 raffle and a Tricky Tray. Tickets will be sold at the event for these features as well as refreshments and food! A FREE Touch-a-Truck exhibit sponsored by Upper Mount Bethel Township will be on-site and will include road crew vehicles, local fire trucks and other vehicles. All proceeds from the event will be shared equally between two local non-profits, Nick Russo’s American Way Disaster Relief and Bloom Bangor. American Way Disaster Relief brings essential supplies to victims of natural disaster, specifically those harmed by the recent hurricanes. Bloom Bangor is a two-year residential recovery program for survivors of addiction, trauma and human trafficking. We will also collect non-perishable food items for PUMP, the Portland Upper Mount Bethel Food Pantry. If you would like to donate items for this event, please contact Amber Foley at (570) 688-7292. You can drop them off or we can pick them up. Let’s show how much Upper Mount Bethel cares!

November 11

Chili Cookoff Fundraiser​ Grand Central Chili Cookoff Fundraiser Hosted by Grand Central Landfill and Hauling/Waste Management of the Slate Belt Saturday, November 11 at 11 AM - 2 PM Come support local non-profits as they vye for two jackpots! $5 gets you chili samples and the opportunity to be a People's Choice Judge! Activities for the whole family!